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“He Quit His Job and Stopped Paying Support!”
Understanding Intentional Underemployment in Saskatchewan In Saskatchewan, as in many jurisdictions, family law governs various aspects of familial relationships, including child support…
Understanding Legal Damages for Loss of Housekeeping in Saskatchewan
In Canada, the assessment of damages is a crucial aspect of civil litigation, ensuring that individuals receive appropriate compensation for the losses…
Make Me an Offer! The End of the “Hardball” Tactic – A Lesson in Why You Should Make a Reasonable Offer.
Litigation can often be an uphill battle. Aside from the general requirements to establish your own case, trying to work with opposing…
I’m pleading guilty, why do I need a lawyer? Negotiating fitting and fair resolutions
Many people facing charges know from the beginning that they want to resolve their charges—but understanding all of the different resolution possibilities…
Canada’s Modern Slavery Act
As of January 1, 2024, Canada’s new “Modern Slavery” legislation – the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains…
Annual General Meetings & The Business Corporations Act, 2021: It may not be as simple as you think
In accordance with The Business Corporations Act, 2021 (the “Act”), every Saskatchewan corporation must hold annual general meetings of its shareholders (an…
Bringing Wills into the Digital Age – The Wills Amendment Act, 2022
In the current age of technology, many documents are created, signed, and stored electronically. One of the exceptions has always been Wills,…
Amendments to the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act
The Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act, S.C. 2022, c. 10, s. 235 (the “Act”) came into force…
Multiple Spouses: You Could Face Concurrent Family Law Claims
What is a “Spousal Relationship”? Becoming legally married is not the only way to enter into a spousal relationship in Saskatchewan, although…
The Business Corporations Act, 2021: New Legislation for Saskatchewan businesses as of March 12, 2023
We are officially operating under new corporate legislation in the province of Saskatchewan. The Business Corporations Act, 2021, with its regulations, The…
Navigating Criminal Charges: What will a defence lawyer do for me?
Whether your charges are straightforward or very serious, navigating the criminal justice system can seem like a complex maze which has long…
No Time Like the Present: The Importance of Capacity in Estate Planning
When it comes to estate planning, there is truly no time like the present. It is often assumed that death is the…